Power outages persist in Northland after damaging windsHundreds of properties remain without power in Northland following a night of severe gales that brought down trees and powerlines across the region. The strong winds caused significant damage, including the loss of a roof from one home and the overturning of a truck and trailer near Dargaville.At the peak of the storm, around 8000 customers were affected by outages. By this morning, that number has decreased significantly, with most of the remaining outages concentrated in Tinopai, a small coastal community on the Kaipara Harbour.Northpower is working to restore power to all affected areas by the end of the day. A helicopter is assisting ground crews to locate faults more efficiently. Calm weather conditions are aiding the repair efforts. Residents can check the current status of outages via the Northpower outage map: northpower.nz/outages.In the Far North, about 140 properties were still without power on Friday morning, according to Top Energy’s online outage tracker.The only area of power outages on the Vector website relate to Whenuapai. Fire and Emergency responded to 11 weather-related incidents across Northland, all of which occurred before midnight.In one incident on State Highway 15 near Portland, Whangarei, motorists encountered a fallen tree blocking the road. A group of passing drivers worked together to remove the obstruction using available equipment, including a chainsaw, a digger, and a logging truck. The road was cleared in around 15 minutes thanks to their combined efforts.MetService is forecasting more settled and calm weather for this weekend and so far next week!! Please check out the forecast below.-----Weekend Weather Forecast -----Warkworth / Rodney RegionFriday 18th July - A few showers, clearing with increasing fine spells this afternoon. Southwesterlies, strong in exposed places easing this afternoon.Saturday 19th July - Mainly fine, but cloudy with isolated showers in the afternoon and evening. Westerlies developing for a time in the afternoon.Sunday 20th July - Mainly fine, isolated showers clearing in the morning. Southerlies developing.Mangawhai / Northland RegionFriday 18th July - Partly cloudy and the chance of a morning shower. Southwesterlies.Saturday 19th July - Mainly fine, chance of a shower in the afternoon and evening. Southwesterlies, easing before dawn.Sunday 20th July - Fine. Southerlies developing.ENJOY YOUR WEEKEND!

Join us for a night of non-stop laughs in support of a local cause that truly matters. One Mahurangi Business Association presents the Warkworth Comedy Gala, raising funds for Homebuilders Family Services – North Rodney, a charity supporting whānau in need across the Mahurangi region.Hosted by the razor-sharp Nick Rado (7 Days, Comedy Gala), with performances from an all-star lineup including Justine Smith (7 Days, Comedy Gala, The Project, Taskmaster NZ), Josh Thomson (7 Days, The Office Australia, Taskmaster NZ, Young Rock), and Tarun Mohanbhai (Comedy Gala) – this is comedy gold for a great cause.- Saturday 9 August 2025 - Warkworth Town Hall- $45 | Doors open 6PM | Show starts 7PM- Finger food included | Cash bar on site Tickets available from: Harts Pharmacy | LJ Hooker Warkworth | Warkworth Information Centre | Mahurangi MattersDon't miss this one. Get your tickets today before they are gone!All profits go to Homebuilders Family Services, Warkworth homebuildersfs.orgSpecial thanks to the Warkworth Comedy Gala Sponsors: // REMINDER: FREE NETWORKING EVENT - YOU ARE INVITED >> Please RSVP for Art in August Opening Night to [email protected] for catering purposes.For more details about Art in August Opening Night, CLICK HERE>

Electricity sector rules changed to force lower off-peak power pricesRetailers with +5 pct market share required to participateConsumers selling power from solar panels-batteries to get better pricesElectricity Authority says it's about giving consumers more choice.Big electricity retailers will have to offer cheaper prices for off-peak power use prices, and fair prices to people who sell surplus power to the grid from roof top solar panels at peak times.The Electricity Authority is changing sector rules to require retailers with more than five-percent market share to offer time of use prices from the middle of next year, after a report by a joint task force of the Authority and the Commerce Commission.The changes were aimed to give consumers more choice in how and when they use power, and put downward pressure on prices."Currently, access to time-varying pricing plans for power use and supply is very limited. The decisions announced today will help drive retail innovation and ensure most New Zealanders have access to these plans within a year so they can benefit from cheaper off-peak power," Commerce Commission chair John Small said."They also strengthen the case for rooftop solar systems with batteries, by rewarding people with these systems for the savings they provide the network when selling power into the system at peak times."Electricity Authority chair Anna Kominik said the changes would give consumers more choices for how they consume and supply power, and reward choices that benefit the system and keep power prices down."Consumers who engage as active players in the power market will become important contributors to a more sustainable and dynamic electricity system, and we will all benefit from this through lower power costs," Kominik said.The changes mean retailers will have to offer fair prices to people who sell surplus power to the grid from roof top solar panels at peak times.Big power sellers, lines companies targetedThe changes would directly affect the big four generator-retailers - Contact, Genesis, Mercury, Meridian - which have about 83 percent of the retail market.In background information, the authority said none of the large retailers offered time of use plans to all customers, and for those that did it benefited owners of electric vehicles.It said time-of-use pricing would mean cheaper power at off-peak times, and more expensive power at peak times, which it defined as typically on weekday mornings between 7-10am, and evenings between 5-9pm.Off-peak times were usually overnight, in the middle of the day or on weekends.It said heavy electricity users would benefit, but those unable to change their consumption habits were unlikely to save money.Lines companies would also be covered by the rules changes in giving a rebate to consumers who upload power at peak time to the electricity from sources such as solar panels and batteries.Kominik said the authority would contact large retailers and distributors over the coming months on the changes, which would come into effect the middle of next year.This story was originally published by RNZ

Peter de Graaf, Northland reporterTO VIEW THE VIDEO CLICK HEREA 79-year-old man remains in hospital in Northland after suffering multiple injuries when a suspected tornado flipped his campervan.What was described by campers as a twister hit Tauranga Bay Holiday Park in the Far North at 8.05am on Tuesday, picking up a caravan and hurling it into a tree about 60m away.The owner of the caravan, Phil Wallan, told RNZ he was certain he would have died if he had been in it at the time.He had driven to Kerikeri to pick up supplies just a short time earlier.A large campervan was also flipped onto its side, trapping its injured owner inside.Fellow campers managed to climb inside to offer first aid while emergency services were on their way.He was rescued by volunteer firefighters from the Kerikeri and Kāeo brigades who cut through the windscreen to get him out.A campground staff member who visited the 79-year-old in hospital said he had a gash to his head, a broken collarbone and a sore back, but was recovering.The nature of his back injury had yet to be ascertained.The suspected tornado flipped this campervan on its side, injuring the 79-year-old occupant. Photo: SuppliedKerrin and Jane Mangos, who were parked nearby, said it felt like an earthquake when the twister hit.Their caravan's stabilisers had been damaged so they were planning to take it for repairs before any more wild weather hit.Campground manager Leah Bowsher said the flipped campervan had been righted and loaded onto a truck on Wednesday.A cleanup of debris from the destroyed caravan was continuing.A power box had also been wrecked and several campervans had lost their awnings.Co-manager Harry Bowsher told RNZ campers were shaken by Tuesday's drama, and "very, very lucky" no one had been more seriously injured.No one was luckier than Phil Wallan, whose caravan was picked up like a plaything and smashed into a Norfolk pine."If he'd been in there we'd be taking out a body," he said.No one spoken to by RNZ saw a tornado that morning but some campers saw a waterspout forming a day earlier.CCTV from the holiday park office showed debris swirling in circles, lending credence to claims of a twister, before the caravan half-rolled, half-flew across the campground.This story was originally published by RNZ

Metservice has issued a fresh round of weather watches:WARKWORTH REGIONMANGAWHAI / NORTHLAND REGION

Rising Kiwi motorcycle racer Tyler King has continued to impress on both sides of the Tasman, chalking up a string of strong performances, podium finishes, and hard-won lessons across the 2025 racing season so far.King, who competes in multiple classes including Supersport 300, Supersport 600, and Formula 3 (F3), has shown consistent form throughout the New Zealand Superbike Championship (NZSBK) and the Australian Superbike Championship (ASBK), despite facing several physical and mechanical challenges.You can read our previous update on Tyler here.NZSBK HighlightsAt Levels Raceway in February, King qualified strongly across all three classes and finished third in the opening F3 race, making notable progress on his Supersport 600 performance. He faced a demanding schedule with eight races in a single day but came away feeling confident and focused on improvement.In March at Hampton Downs, King had a standout weekend, claiming nine podiums from nine races — including six wins. Despite competing with a broken foot, he dominated the Ninja Cup and fought hard in F3 to take two wins and a second-place finish. In the Supersport 300 class, he secured another win (after a disqualification) and two second-place finishes. His results also propelled him into the championship lead in F3.Australian CampaignTyler with his family in AustraliaQueensland Raceway – ASBK Round 3 (13 May)King made his debut at the Queensland circuit and adapted quickly. He qualified P8 and steadily improved across the weekend. In Race 1, he finished P8 while learning the track. Race 2 saw him recover from contact that bent his brake lever to finish P4, just 0.047 seconds off the podium. Race 3, reduced to a three-lap sprint after red flags, saw King briefly lead before being pushed wide on the final lap and finishing P4. His consistent results secured him third overall for the round.King thanked his support crew including Port Bike, team boss Rod, and mechanic Gavin Veltmeyer, stating: “I learnt a lot over the weekend and I look forward to fighting for those podium spots at the next round.”ASBK – Round 4 (14–15 June)King again claimed third overall for the round, continuing his consistent podium presence in the highly competitive Supersport 300 class. Race 3 was a standout, with King finishing second behind Scott Nicholson and ahead of Riley Nauta.The round highlighted King’s growing support network in Australia, with major thanks going to the Portbike crew and sponsors including WET4U and Race and Road. His family and supporters were also out in force, making the weekend a memorable one.Looking AheadCurrently Tyler is NZ1 in Superlite. He has been chosen to ride a next generation 800cc bike for MV Augusta team – Helicraft. King’s results demonstrate resilience, adaptability, and a growing presence in both the New Zealand and Australian racing scenes. As the season progresses, fans and sponsors alike will be watching closely to see where this determined young rider will go next.

Peter de GraafThe man who rescued someone trapped after what has been described a tornado in Northland says it's lucky no one died.Garth Richter said his wife alerted him to a caravan rolling through the camp."I said 'twister', and I jumped up and told her to get out of the caravan as quickly as possible," he said."I came out and saw a totally squashed caravan, so I ran to that ... I would have thought that whoever was in it would be dead."After Richter established the destroyed caravan had been unoccupied, he saw another had tipped over with someone still inside."I shouted to him, and he answered me, but said he was hurt," he said."I pulled the skylight off that was next to him, which he wasn't really happy about, but I assured him that was the least of his problems, and just propped him up and helped him."He thinks he's broken his shoulder blade and his back."A man in his mid 80s was taken to hospital after being trapped in his campervan when it was blown over at Tauranga Bay Holiday Park, Northland. Photo: RNZ / Peter de GraafBystanders called emergency services to the scene who cut the front window of the caravan to rescue the man.Richter said it was incredibly fortunate the situation was not worse."First of all, he's an 80-year-old man, to be alive after this is quite something," he said.Richter said if the other caravan had not been stopped by a tree it would have "cartwheeled through the whole camp".Photo: Google MapsThere had been damage to others in the campsite also, he said."Most people have got a bit of damage, but it's superficial, windows and through the sides, and a lot of stuff lying all over the place."His own caravan had also been superficially damaged, he said.MetService said intense rain and thunderstorms in the area meant there was the potential for tornadoes.But a spokesperson could not say whether one had occurred.However, wind gusts of up to 75km/h had been recorded in the Kaeo area.This story was originally published by RNZ

Two caravans have been lifted and one person is trapped at a Northland holiday park in what is being described as a "mini tornado".One person is understood to be injured.Fire and Emergency said they were called to Tauranga Bay Holiday Park about 9.15am on Tuesday.They had four appliances there.St John's said they were also at the scene.MetService said intense rain and thunderstorms in the area meant there was the potential for a tornado.But a spokesperson could not say whether one had occurred.However, wind gusts of up to 75km/h had been recorded in the Kaeo area.

Warkworth Growth Servicing Pipeline – Potholing Investigations From mid‑July, Watercare and our contractors will return to the Warkworth Town Centre to conduct additional potholing investigations along the proposed Growth Servicing Pipeline route. The work will focus on key streets including Great North Road, Elizabeth Street, Queen Street, and Kapanui Street – SEE MAP. Using small excavation vehicles, vacuum trucks, and survey equipment, this next phase of the project will allow us to accurately locate existing underground utilities such as gas, electricity, Chorus cables, stormwater, water, and wastewater lines. This early-stage work is essential to inform our design and ensure the pipeline’s construction proceeds without unexpected service disruptions. We understand this work may temporarily affect daily routines, and our team are committed to minimising disruption to the community. Please be aware that traffic management plans will adapt as we move to the various sites. We’re working closely with Auckland Transport to preserve as much parking as possible while ensuring we can still safely conduct these works and maintain smooth traffic flow. Our project team will reach out individually to neighbouring businesses to explain our approach, outline expected impacts, and confirm any additional measures needed. How will these potholing investigations affect you? • Investigations will take place from 16th July 2025 to late August 2025 between 7am - 5pm Monday to Friday. Please note these works are weather dependant. Should there be any changes you will be notified in advance. • Potholing investigations will generate some noise and vibration; however levels will be kept to a minimum and in accordance with Auckland Council requirements. • Temporary fencing may be setup around the potholing investigation sites. • All investigation sites will be fully reinstated upon completion of the works. • We do not anticipate disruption of vehicle access to your property however, if there is a need to restrict access, we will notify you in advance. • Each in investigation site is expected to take 1-3 days to complete. You may notice the following temporary changes along several streets in Warkworth: o Stop/go systems in place o Reduced lane widths o Reduce off-street parking o Reduced speed limits o Motor vehicle and pedestrian detours • We ask that you please follow the direction of traffic management staff and traffic signage to keep everyone safe.Pātai/questions? If you have any questions or concerns regarding the investigations and what they entail, please email [email protected]. If you prefer a one‑on‑one meeting or require tailored measures, please contact Celeste Rauner, McConnell Dowell Senior Stakeholder & Environmental Advisor on 021 998 529. For general information on your water or wastewater services please visit: www.watercare.co.nz or telephone 09 442 2222. Ngā mihi, Watercare Services Limited

Got pre-loved items you no longer need and live in the Auckland region?If your unwanted items are still in good condition, consider giving them to friends or family, selling them online, or dropping them off at a local community recycling centre or charity op shop. Be sure to call ahead to check what items they can accept — some op shops may even pick up good quality donations.If those options aren’t suitable, Auckland Council’s annual inorganic collection can help.Important: Inorganic rubbish collection is only available for residents in the Auckland region. Unfortunately, this service is not offered by Kaipara District Council or Whangārei District Council.Bookings for the next 12 months of Auckland inorganic collections are now open – book your collection online.What can be reused?Two trucks are used for inorganic collections — one for recyclable materials and another for items going to landfill.Reusable, repairable, or repurposable items are sent to a sorting warehouse to be given a second life. Scrap metal, electronics, and whiteware may be recycled or refurbished. Bikes and lawnmowers are either repaired or kept for spare parts.Items that can’t be salvaged — like heavily stained mattresses or broken couches — are taken to landfill.Where do reusable items go?Many collected items are passed on to Auckland community recycling centres or donated to more than 150 registered community organisations — including op shops, art groups, schools, social enterprises and non-profits.Book your collection onlineUse the online booking tool to find your property’s collection week. Once booked, you’ll receive a reminder with the exact collection date.Place your items on your property boundary (not on the footpath or berm) the morning of your collection day, or the evening before. Keeping items on your property helps protect them from weather damage and makes reuse more likely. You can also leave a note with your booking to explain exactly where your items will be.E-waste disposalYou can include electronic waste (e.g. old laptops, phones, and cameras) in your inorganic collection. These are often disassembled for parts or refurbished.For devices with removable batteries, take batteries out, tape the terminals, and drop them off at places like Bunnings or Mitre 10.Check what’s accepted: What you can and can’t put out for inorganic collectionSearch recycling options at: aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/whereitgoesFor E-waste disposal in Whangarei area head to Noel Leeming at Okara Park as they accept e-waste through their Tech Collect scheme.You can drop off items such as laptops, tablets, computer monitors, printers, cameras, cables etc for free. If they are not accepted at Noel Leeming, you can drop them off at any transfer station for a charge. E-Waste recycling and disposal services (noelleeming.co.nz)For mobile phones safe disposal check out https://remobile.org.nz/drop-off-locator/

World War I medals stolen from a veteran's grandson have been anonymously returned to a war memorial museum.On Wednesday, Patrick Conlon called police after a parcel containing the medals was allegedly stolen from his mailbox in Wellsford, Auckland.Police said Conlon was very upset by the theft of the medals as they were awarded to his late grandfather, Elmer James Conlon.Police appealed to the public for any information that could help locate the medals.On Saturday, police were contacted by the Wellsford War Memorial Museum staff advising that the medals had been found in their returns bin.Senior Sergeant Damian Lawn said it appears someone had dropped them off overnight."We're pleased that whoever took these medals did the right thing and returned them - obviously they are hugely significant to Mr Conlon and we are glad to be able to reunite him with them," Lawn said."We have fingerprinted the medals before returning them and we are continuing with our enquiries."Anyone who has any further information about the theft or those involved is asked to get in touch through our 105 service, using reference number 250709/8286.

Warkworth / Rodney RegionMonday 14th July - Fog clearing in the morning, then scattered showers. Southwesterlies.Tuesday 15th July - Fine, then a few showers developing in the morning, possibly heavy with squally thunderstorms until evening. Westerlies, becoming strong for a time in the afternoon and evening.Wednesday 16th July - Partly cloudy, with isolated showers clearing in the evening. Westerlies, easing.Thursday 17th July - Cloudy, with rain developing. Easterlies, turning southerly.Friday 18th July - Fine. Southerlies, easing.Saturday 19th July - Partly cloudy with light winds.Sunday 20th July - A few showers with southerlies.Mangawhai / Northland RegionMonday 14th July - Morning fog possible. Partly cloudy with the chance of a shower. Southwesterlies.Tuesday 15th July - Mainly fine, but a few showers in the morning. Westerlies, becoming strong for a time in the afternoon.Wednesday 16th July - Fine, but becoming cloudy in the evening. Westerlies, easing.Thursday 17th July - Showers, some heavy, easing. Easterlies, turning southerly.Friday 18th July - Fine. Southwesterlies, easing.Saturday 19th July - A few showers with light winds.Sunday 20th July - A few showers with southerlies.

A cybersecurity attack has prompted a warning for supermarket customers to change their passwords and some accounts may have been accessed by outsiders.Members of supermarket loyalty and online shopping programme New World Clubcard received an email on Friday night, telling them scammers had attempted to gain access to accounts by trying commonly used passwords.A "recent" cybersecurity incident had affected "a number of New World Clubcard accounts", the email said."Our technology team has identified suspicious external activity where scammers have attempted to gain access to accounts by trying commonly used passwords across many usernames," the supermarket said."Based on our investigation, it appears that some New World Clubcard accounts with weaker or reused passwords may have been accessed, without the cardholder's authorisation."Photo: SuppliedMost customers were told their account had not been affected, but the supermarket advised them to change their passwords to be safe.In the email, New World said its own systems had not been breached and its technology team was monitoring for "any further malicious activity".The supermarket retailer, which is owned by parent company Foodstuffs, said it was working with cybersecurity experts to ensure customers' data remained secure."We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience. Your privacy and security are extremely important to us, we have taken these actions to protect you, and strongly recommend you [establish] a refreshed and strong password."Foodstuffs did not respond to RNZ's requests for comment.This story was originally published by RNZ

Unless otherwise stated, closures start at 9pm and finish at 5am. Traffic management may be in place before the advertised closure times for the mainline. Unless otherwise stated, closures start at 9pm and finish at 5am. Traffic management may be in place before the advertised closure times for the mainline. NORTHERN MOTORWAY (SH1)Southbound lanes between Silverdale off-ramp and Oteha Valley Road on-ramp, 17 JulySilverdale southbound on-ramp, 17 JulySouthbound lanes between Oteha Valley Road off-ramp and Constellation Drive on-ramp, 16 July (approx. 10:00pm to 5:00am)Oteha Valley Road southbound on-ramp, 16 JulyGreville Road southbound on-ramp, 16 JulySH1 southbound to SH18 westbound Link, 16 July (approx. 10:00pm to 5:00am)Southbound lanes between Northcote Road off-ramp and Onewa Road on-ramp, 15 July (approx. 10:00pm to 5:00am)Northcote Road southbound on-ramp, 15 JulyEsmonde Road southbound on-ramp, 15 JulyShelly Beach Road southbound off-ramp, 13-17 July SOUTHERN MOTORWAY (SH1)Southbound lanes between Greenlane off-ramp and Mt Wellington Highway on-ramp, 13-14 July (approx. 10:30pm to 5:00am)Greenlane southbound on-ramp, 13-14 July (approx. 10:30pm to 5:00am)Tecoma Street southbound on-ramp, 13-14 JulyEllerslie-Panmure Highway southbound on-ramp, 13-14 JulyMt Wellington Highway southbound on-ramp, 15-17 JulyMt Wellington Highway southbound on-ramp, 17 July (approx. 10:00pm to 5:00am)Southbound lanes between Papakura off-ramp and Ramarama on-ramp, 13-17 JulyPapakura (Loop) southbound on-ramp, 13-17 JulyPapakura (Diamond) southbound on-ramp, 13-17 JulyDrury/SH22 southbound on-ramp, 13-17 JulyDrury/SH22 northbound on-ramp, 13-17 JulyDrury/SH22 northbound off-ramp, 13-14 JulyBombay southbound off-ramp, 13-17 JulyPokeno northbound off-ramp, 13-15 JulySouthbound lanes between Hampton Downs off-ramp and Hampton Downs on-ramp, 15-17 JulyNorthbound lanes between Hampton Downs off-ramp and Hampton Downs on-ramp, 15-17 JulyDragway Road northbound off-ramp, 15-17 JulyNORTHWESTERN MOTORWAY (SH16)Southbound lanes between Waimauku roundabout and Trigg Rd, 13-17 July (approx. 8:00pm to 5:00am)Northbound lanes between Trigg Rd and Waimauku roundabout, 13-17 July (approx. 8:00pm to 5:00am) UPPER HARBOUR MOTORWAY (SH18)Westbound lanes between Paul Matthews Road off-ramp and Albany Highway on-ramp, 16 July (approx. 10:00pm to 5:00am)Paul Matthews Road westbound on-ramp, 16 JulySTATE HIGHWAY 2 (SH2)SH2 westbound to SH1 northbound, 16-17 July

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Back carpark area Work is steaming ahead on the carpark area between Brewed As, the old playground site, and the former fire station area. Tree removal is done and dusted, and the team is now digging and backfilling. For everyone's safety, please stick to the fenced walkway between the new carpark and the entrance by Brewed As and Gringas. Please don’t park in front of the temporary fencing as it blocks access for the construction crew and slows things down. Tyler, Zeon, Bryce and Dominic from HEB Construction, working on the Wood Street and surrounds revitalisation and stormwater project.On Wood Street Yes, there are cones in place to manage traffic and keep the crew and public safe, but Wood Street is still open! The HEB crew is making great progress, working down from the Molesworth Drive end toward Four Square, Allied Service Station, and the Community Op Shop. You can still visit these businesses and use the Four Square carpark but just be mindful that parking on Wood Street might be limited. If possible, please use our brand new back carpark area instead – there’s tons of space! Allied service station is open as usual, though there may be changes to how you access the pumps. Traffic management staff are there to guide you, please be patient and don’t block the entrances to Wood Street or Fagan Place. Heads-up: night works Starting Sunday 20 July, we’ll be working overnight on Wood Street between Molesworth Drive and Fagan Place, from 9pm to 6am every night until Thursday 7 August. If you're dining out or parked in the back carpark, you’ll still be able to exit via Fagan Place. Just follow directions from the traffic management team. Residents of Fagan Place will always have access, though you’ll need to follow traffic instructions too. Please be patient and plan ahead when you need to move around this area overnight. Night works will mean more noise than usual. We're really sorry for any disruption and appreciate your patience while we get the job done. We're also running a drop-in session: Thursday 24 July 4pm to 6pm Mangawhai Senior Citizens Hall, Fagan Place Come along, talk to the project team and contractors and ask any questions you have about the work. We will see you there! If you have any questions, email the project team. You can see the staging plans, artist impressions, and more info about the project on our website.

**If you have any further updates please email us [email protected] Updates:LeighLeigh Road flooded at Tongue Farm Rd intersection just after leaving Matakana heading to Leigh, go slow and take care.MatakanaFlooding on numerous places on Matakana Road from Warkworth to Matakana.Specifically near Sharp Road intersection, you may need to avoid the area.Parts of Sharp road are showing signs of flooding also.Wayby Valley Road - State Highway 1 end is flooded on one side of the road and maybe impassable in the near future.SH1 Mangamukas are closed due to slips. Delay your journey or consider using SH10 as an alternative.Detour route - Northbound traffic: turn left on Mangamuka Rd, continue on Broadwood Rd, continue on Awaroa Rd, continue on Awaroa Rd, continue on Pukepoto Rd to Kaitaia township. which is not suitable for Heavy Vehicles. Southbound traffic: reverse. Or consider using State Highway 10 as an alternative.Power Outages - only a few outages reported as per Vectors map below. Northpower currently has no outages reportedWeather UpdatesWeather warnings are still in place for Auckland and Northland

FREE NETWORKING EVENT // YOU ARE INVITED:Please RSVP to [email protected] by MON, 28th JULY for catering purposes Join us for an evening that brings together local creativity and big-picture thinking.Art in August opens on Thursday 31st July at 5:30pm in the Southgate Room (above the Warkworth Hotel), Warkworth Oaks, 9 Queen Street. This free event is hosted by One Mahurangi Business Association and Warkworth Oaks and is proudly sponsored by Kowhai Falls Shopping Centre.Enjoy drinks, nibbles, and the chance to view and purchase original works by Mahurangi College students, local, and Marlborough artists. We’re also delighted to welcome Sharon Zollner, ANZ’s Chief Economist, as our special guest speaker. Sharon will give a brief and informal presentation on the state of the economy and what to expect in the year ahead, followed by a short Q&A. Known for her practical insights and creator of the ANZ Truckometer, Sharon brings a uniquely grounded view of economic trends that matter to our business community.Whether you're here for the art, the insights, or the connection, we’d love to see you there! Art in August 2025 Exhibition Hours (Free Entry):Warkworth Oaks Thursday 31st July OPENING NIGHT (Please RSVP to [email protected])Friday 1st August – 9am to 7pmSaturday 2nd August – 9am to 5pmSunday 3rd August – 10am to 2pm Special thanks to Art in August OPENING NIGHT Sponsor:

Warkworth / Rodney RegionFriday 11th July - Rain, heavy at times with thunderstorms and localised downpours possible from afternoon, easing late evening. Northerlies, gale gusting 100 km/h in exposed places for a time this afternoon and evening.Heavy Rain Warning - OrangePeriod: 16hrs from 6am - 10pm Fri, 11 JulArea: Northland and Auckland apart from Great Barrier IslandForecast: Expect 80 to 100 mm of rain. Peak rates of 20 to 30 mm/h expected Friday afternoon and evening. Low chance of upgrading to a Red Warning.Impact: Streams and rivers may rise rapidly. Surface flooding, slips, and difficult driving conditions possible.Action: Clear your drains and gutters to prepare for heavy rain. Avoid low-lying areas and drive cautiously. Preparedness advice.Strong Wind WatchPeriod: 7hrs from 2pm - 9pm Fri, 11 JulArea: Northland and AucklandForecast: Northerly winds may approach severe gale in exposed places. Moderate chance of upgrading to a Warning.Saturday 12th July - Mainly fine, isolated showers clearing in the afternoon. Westerlies, turning northerly at night.Sunday 13th July - Cloudy, with rain in the afternoon. Northerlies, turning westerly.Mangawhai / Northland RegionFriday 11th July - Rain with heavy falls, easing this evening. Thunderstorms with localised downpours possible from afternoon. Northeasterlies, gale in exposed places gusting 100 km/h from afternoon.Heavy Rain Warning - OrangePeriod: 16hrs from 6am - 10pm Fri, 11 JulArea: Northland and Auckland apart from Great Barrier IslandForecast: Expect 80 to 100 mm of rain. Peak rates of 20 to 30 mm/h expected Friday afternoon and evening. Low chance of upgrading to a Red Warning.Impact: Streams and rivers may rise rapidly. Surface flooding, slips, and difficult driving conditions possible.Action: Clear your drains and gutters to prepare for heavy rain. Avoid low-lying areas and drive cautiously. Preparedness advice.Strong Wind WatchPeriod: 7hrs from 2pm - 9pm Fri, 11 JulArea: Northland and AucklandForecast: Northerly winds may approach severe gale in exposed places. Moderate chance of upgrading to a Warning.Saturday 12th July - Mainly fine, isolated showers clearing in the afternoon. Westerlies, turning northerly at night.Sunday 13th July - Mostly cloudy, with showers in the morning. Northerlies, turning westerly.